Crane and Operator Rental for USACE Kansas City District, Harlan County Lake Project, Republican City NE
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Kansas City District, is soliciting proposals for Crane and Operator Rental Services at the Harlan County Lake Project in Republican City, NE. This Firm Fixed-Price opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-aside and aims to secure services for dredge assembly and removal operations. Offers are due by May 4, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all necessary personnel, including riggers and signalers, for safe lifting operations. Key responsibilities include submitting a lift plan at least 7 business days prior to the scheduled lift and providing crane specifications for USACE bridge load rating upon award. The work involves:
- Base Contract: Mobilizing and assisting with the assembly of a dredge in Gremlin Cove, including lifting pontoons, the center section, and spuds.
- Option 1: Mobilizing and assisting with the removal of the assembled dredge from the water, including spud removal and placement on a trailer or pad.
- Option 2: Mobilizing and assisting with the placement of the assembled dredge into the water from a trailer or pad, and reattaching spuds. Performance standards require adherence to USACE Safety Manual (EM 385-1-1) and OSHA, with specific requirements for crane tires to protect concrete and riggers using mats.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: W912DQ26QA051
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 532412 - Construction, Mining, and Forestry Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing
- Product/Service Code: W038 - Lease or Rental of Equipment
- Period of Performance: Multiple Contract Line Items (CLINs) with periods ranging from May 11, 2026, to March 31, 2029. Specific operations are scheduled for April and October of 2026 (Base), 2027 (Option 1), and 2028 (Option 2).
- Place of Performance: Harlan County Project Office, 70788 Corps RD A, Republican City, NE 68971.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-aside.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: May 4, 2026, 12:00 PM.
- Submission Method: Offers must be submitted in PDF format via email to angella.curran@usace.army.mil.
- Required Documents: A completed SF 1449, Section B pricing, a Related Experience Form, a Past Performance Form (PPQ), and a Vendor Information Sheet.
- Evaluation Factors: Price, Relative Experience, and Past Performance. Non-price factors are considered more important than price.
- Offers must remain valid for at least 90 days from the due date.
Important Notes
A site visit is highly encouraged but not mandatory; contact James (Matt) Dubbs for scheduling. Offerors must be registered and active in SAM.gov. Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.